Marina Bay Sands

The Basics

If your budget doesn’t stretch to a night at the Marina Bay Sands hotel, you can still get a taste of the high life with a visit to the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark. The huge rooftop observation deck affords 360-degree views of Supertree Grove, the Gardens by the Bay, and the Singapore skyline. A popular choice is to combine a sightseeing tour or hop-on hop-off tour of Singapore with an admission ticket to the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark or the on-site ArtScience Museum.

Even if you don’t venture inside, the magnificent complex is an unmissable architectural landmark—zip past on a Segway tour, cycle along the waterfront on a bike tour, or sail past on a sightseeing cruise around Marina Bay.

Things to Know Before You Go

• Some facilities, such as the infinity pool, are only available to hotel guests.

• Large items and luggage are not permitted at the SkyPark, and visitors are required to pass through security checks.

• The Marina Bay Sands hotel, SkyPark, shopping complex, and casino are all fully wheelchair accessible.

How to Get to There

Marina Bay Sands is located along the Marina Bay waterfront in downtown Singapore, next door to the Gardens by the Bay. The complex is served by numerous buses and water taxis, but the easiest way to get there is on the MRT—the nearest stations are Bayfront on the Circle and Downtown lines, or Marina Bay station on the North–South and Circle lines.

When to Get There

Marina Bay Sands is atmospheric at all hours of the day or night, but the opening hours of shops, bars, and restaurants vary. Visitors to the SkyPark should opt for an early morning visit to avoid the crowds or visit in time for sunset for an unforgettable view of Singapore.

Entertainment at Marina Bay Sands

In addition to the 500 tables and 1,600 slot machines that comprise the atrium casino, Marina Bay Sands also has two theaters, where you can watch musicals such asThe Lion King andMamma Mia!; a nightly light and water show held at Event Plaza; a host of restaurants by celebrity chefs such as Gordon Ramsay and Wolfgang Puck; and the most recent addition, the Las Vegas–inspired Marquee Nightclub. At the Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands mall, there are over 300 shops to explore, but shoppers can also cruise the central canal on a traditional sampan or play on the interactive digital art floor.

Can you go to the Marina Bay Sands without being a guest?

Yes, you can go to Marina Bay Sands without being a guest. The complex at the base of the building houses restaurants, stores, a casino, theater, and more, while the Observation Deck at SkyPark on the 56th floor offers views. However, the rooftop infinity pool is for guests only.

What is the best time to visit Marina Bay Sands?

Evening is a great time to visit Marina Bay Sands. The free sound, light, and water show, Spectra, plays at 8pm and 9pm nightly, with a further showing at 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays. The shops, restaurants, theater, and casino stay open late, while the after-dark skyline views are spectacular.

How long do you need at Marina Bay Sands?

You could spend anywhere from 20 minutes to a day at Marina Bay Sands. You might stay from morning till late enjoying retail therapy and fine dining, followed by gaming, a show, or the nightclub. Or you could whizz up the SkyPark Observation Deck for a few minutes of viewing.

What is so special about Marina Bay Sands?

Standing proud above the bay from which it takes its name, Marina Bay Sands is a Singapore icon. With three towers linked by the banana-shaped SkyPark, it’s the city-state’s single most distinctive building. The rooftop infinity pool offers sweeping skyline views that make it perhaps Singapore’s most in-demand Instagram location.

Is there a dress code for Marina Bay Sands?

It depends. Some parts of Marina Bay Sands have a dress code; others don’t. Bare feet are prohibited on the Observation Deck. Most entertainment venues, including Marquee nightclub, operate a smart-casual dress code, meaning men should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and everyone should avoid pool or gym attire.

Is Marina Bay Sands accessible?

Yes, Marina Bay Sands is accessible—so accessible that it hosted the ASEAN Para Games athletes. The hotel offers a range of wheelchair-accessible rooms. The shops, theater, casino, Observation Deck, Cé La Vi Club Lounge, and SkyBar on the 56th floor are roller-friendly with accessible bathrooms.